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Budapest to Host Inaugural World Athletics Ultimate Championship in 2026

World Athletics announced the Ultimate Championship, a new biennial event starting in 2026 in Budapest, aimed at maintaining global audience engagement between World Championships. Featuring up to 16 top-ranked athletes per discipline, the event boasts a $10 million prize fund, with gold medalists receiving $150,000 each. World Athletics announced on Monday, June 3, 2024, the […]

Namboole Reopens: Test Matches Confirmed as Part of Stadium Renovation Process

FUFA and the StarTimes Uganda Premier League Secretariat have announced the staging of two matches at Mandela National Stadium as part of test events to reopen the facility for international games. FUFA and the StarTimes Uganda Premier League Secretariat have confirmed that two games will be staged at Mandela National Stadium as part of the […]

The Rise of Uganda’s Joseph Opio, From Primetime Success to Sports Emmy Nominee

The Ugandan comedian Opio achieved a quick turnaround from winning a Primetime Emmy for writing on The Daily Show with Trevor Noah to being nominated for a Sports Emmy for his docuseries “The World According to Football.” His collaboration with Trevor Noah expanded beyond comedy, showcasing his versatility. Joseph Opio The Ugandan comedian won a […]

Uganda U16 Women’s National Team Ready to Shine in UEFA Invitational Friendship Tournament Debut.

The Uganda U16 women’s national team is eagerly preparing for their debut match against Paraguay in the UEFA Invitational Friendship Tournament in Istanbul, Turkey. In anticipation and excitement, the Uganda U16 women’s national team is poised and prepared to leave their imprint on the global stage as they gear up for their debut group B […]

Kiplimo and Chebet Win Back-to-Back World Cross Country Titles

Uganda’s Jacob Kiplimo and Beatrice Chebet of Kenya successfully defended their world cross country titles in Belgrade on Saturday. It’s just the fifth time in history that both the senior men’s and women’s champions have retained their titles at the championships, the first since Ethiopian duo Kenenisa Bekele and Tirunesh Dibaba did in (2005/06). On […]

Halima Nakaayi Clinches Silver in 800m at African Games, Eyes Paris Olympics

Halima Nakaayi’s impressive performance at the African Games highlights her determination and readiness for the upcoming Paris Olympics. Securing silver in the women’s 800m amidst tough competition from East African runners showcases her strength and potential on the international stage. As a former world champion, Nakaayi’s focus on building momentum through events like the Africa […]

Uganda’s Hippos Stomp to African Games Semis with Gritty 1-0 Win over Senegal

The Uganda U20 men’s national football team the Hippos have qualified for semi-finals after defeating Senegal 1:0 in the second game at the ongoing African Games in Accra, Ghana on Monday March 11, 2024, at Accra Sports Stadium. On Monday, 11th, March 2024, at Accra Sports Stadium, the Uganda U20 men’s national football team, the […]

Uganda’s Mbabazi and Kobugabe Strike Gold in Badminton Doubles at African Games

The badminton duo of Gladys Mbabazi and Husnah Kobugabe won Uganda’s first gold medal at the ongoing 13th edition of the African Games in Accra, Ghana on Sunday March 10, 2024 at the multipurpose Boryteman Sports Complex. The Badminton duo of Gladys Mbabazi (L)and Husnah Kobugabe (c) after winning medals On Sunday, March 10, 2024, […]

Queen Cranes Kick Off African Games Campaign with Draw Against Tanzania

The Uganda U20 Women’s National Team drew 1-1 with Tanzania in their African Games opener. Margret Kunihira scored first, but Tanzania equalized late. This marks the debut of Women’s Football in the African Games. Coach Sheryl Botes led the team, with notable performances from Sharon Kaidu, Catherine Nagadya, and Zainah Nandede. The Uganda U20 Women’s […]

FOOTBALL All Africa Games 2023: Byekwaso names Uganda Hippos final squad heading to Accra

Morley Byekwaso, the Head Coach of Uganda Hippos, has revealed the 20-man squad set to compete in the All-Africa Games 2023 Tournament in Accra, Ghana ceremony, held at the prestigious Imperial Royale Hotel yesterday, 4th march 2024 Uganda Cranes U20 players The Uganda Hippos’ head coach, Morley Byekwaso, has unveiled the 20-man team that will […]